This is a monthly edition in 2022 where Denise, Events Leader and Director of Gravitas.Events will share an insight or two regarding the Events Industry.
January 2022 wisdom
Happy New Year to you and your loved ones near and far!! The start of a year always carries the promise of change. So, for the very first Wisdom Wednesday of 2022, I want to share the changes I long to see in the industry closest to my heart — Events.
Every January, many of us set personal goals and resolutions. Why shouldn’t our industry do the same? Here are THREE shifts that I believe could truly transform the way we work and the way we’re represented:
✨REVITALISED INDUSTRY BOARDS ✨: It’s time for a refresh. Our boards should reflect the diversity of our industry — across race, gender, and equality. And why not open the door to students, graduates, and young professionals who want to contribute? Their voices matter, and their perspectives could shape the future.
✨FRESH VOICES GIVEN PLATFORMS ✨: During the pandemic, I noticed how often the same speakers were invited to cover the same topics. While they have their audiences, our growing industry deserves fresh insights too! There are too many brilliant Event Profs out there — not yet household names — whose voices should be heard and valued.
✨TRUE INCLUSIVITY AND ACCESSIBILITY ✨: A dear friend made me acutely aware of how much more we can do to make events inclusive. From considering attendees who are blind or hard of hearing, to ensuring safe participation regardless of vaccination status, accessibility must be at the forefront. Simple measures — like requiring lateral flow tests before entry — can help us create safer, more welcoming spaces.
Inclusivity and accessibility are vast topics, but one truth is clear: we can, and must, do better. Because now we know better.
I’d love to hear your thoughts. Do you agree with these changes? What shifts would you like to see in our industry this year? TOGETHER, we can make it happen!
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